Ep 2. Support the Troops

Jerrod Carmichael is back with his popular sitcom, The Carmichael Show, and season three has started with a bang! In episode two, titled "Support the Troops," the show touches upon a topic that many Americans have an opinion on: patriotism and how to show respect to those who have served in the military. Fans of the show will see the entire Carmichael family come together over an important issue, showcasing the characters' different perspectives and the heated debates that the show is known for.

The episode opens in the Carmichael living room with Jerrod, his girlfriend Maxine, parents Cynthia and Joe, and brother Bobby. Upset that his father Joe hasn't hung an American flag outside their house, Jerrod starts a heated conversation about the importance of supporting the troops and showing patriotism. Joe, a Vietnam veteran who lost friends in the war, believes that he has already shown his patriotism through his service to his country and doesn't need to display a flag outside his house to prove it. This leads to a back-and-forth conversation between Jerrod and Joe with Maxine and Bobby chiming in with their own thoughts.

Their discussion becomes more complicated when Bobby points out that he is wearing an American flag pin on his collar and that Maxine has a flag painted on her nails. This raises the question of whether it's enough to show patriotism through small gestures or if larger gestures are necessary. The conversation becomes even more heated when Cynthia brings up the topic of the protests against the national anthem that have been making headlines throughout the country recently. She argues that the protests are disrespectful to our troops, which opens up a new can of worms for the family to discuss.

As the discussion progresses, it becomes clear that everyone in the Carmichael family has their own opinion on what it means to show patriotism and respect to our military men and women. The heated debate showcases the wide range of beliefs held by Americans on this contentious topic. There are no clear cut answers and that's what makes The Carmichael Show such an engaging watch. The show does a great job of highlighting both sides of the argument without taking sides.

Jerrod, who is known for his blunt demeanor, tries to push his father Joe to explain why he won't hang the flag outside their home. While the discussion becomes more and more tense, Joe stands his ground and explains that he is proud of his service, but believes that hanging a flag outside the house isn't necessary. Jerrod, on the other hand, argues that Joe is being disrespectful because not showing the flag means he isn't supporting our troops.

As the episode progresses, viewers will see more debate that covers other topics, such as whether it is necessary to serve in the military to show patriotism and whether criticizing the government is showing disrespect to the troops. The issue of free speech becomes further complicated when the family discusses the national anthem protests and the right to express oneself.

In the end, the family eventually comes to terms with the heated discussion, agreeing to disagree on certain points, but understanding that everyone has their own way of showing patriotism and respect to our troops. It's a lesson many Americans could learn from.

Overall, season three, episode two of The Carmichael Show, titled "Support the Troops," is an intense but thought-provoking episode. The show does an excellent job of tackling a hot-button issue in a way that reflects the diversity of opinions Americans hold. The episode raises important points that will have viewers analyzing their opinions on the matter. The Carmichael Show remains one of the best sitcoms on television with its smart writing and fantastic cast, especially this episode's climactic scene, which will leave viewers thinking about the issue long after the credits roll.